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GF58 UNL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

143,660 mi
Last recorded143,660 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 UNL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2024 143,660 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 138,325 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 138,322 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 133,335 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 133,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 133,333 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 129,035 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 128,948 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 121,755 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Feb 2019 113,531 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 103,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 93,340 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 93,335 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 79,947 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 79,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 69,667 miles

offside wiper blade slightly smearing

Fail 22 Aug 2014 69,667 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing slightly

Fail 21 Aug 2014 69,667 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,656 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 52,406 miles

Offside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 33,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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GF58 UNL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF58 UNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF58 UNL?

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What year was GF58 UNL registered?

GF58 UNL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is GF58 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 UNL shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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